What an amazing spot .. I normally don't like to write reviews unless I feel very strongly about a place. Food was out of this world!

We booked Velvet Brooklyn for our wedding and reception in the back room lounge. Phil gave expert advice and made sure everything was in place for us. He referred an excellent catering company that we used for drop off, and Phil and his staff handled everything, changing out platters and running the bar seamlessly and unobtrusively. The drinks were excellent and the ambience superb. Several guests commented how much they liked it. The space was ideal for the number we had--about 50-providing both intimacy and space. There's an exclusive bathroom for the lounge. The audio system was excellent, we hooked up our iPad no problem and played from our Spotify list. Microphones were provided and worked well. Phil also adjusted the air conditioning as needed. There was a large party going on in the front bar section, but we heard very little noise interference from there. An amazing time! read more

Came to this establishment on Saturday night with some friends. We sat at the bar. There are only 3 tables in this place: one by the window that seats about 6 people that was occupied, and another in the back, and one off to the side, also both occupied. I asked the waiter if I could get the table by the window when they leave. He said no, it's reserved. I said, "Okay, how about the one in the back?" He replied, "That's also reserved." "Okay, how about the one to the side?" "Nope, that's also reserved, and by the way, this bar is also reserved, so we have about 40 minutes until we have to leave." I've never felt more uncomfortable in my life. We are definitely not wanted here We are here, quiet, enjoying ordering ourselves having cocktails and food. He just smiled.Wont be back there ever again read more

Velvet Brooklyn - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The amazing private back room at Velvet feels like a cross between a prohibition-era speakeasy and a boudoir. The sweeping red curtains, matching red stools, pillows, and tufted lounge chairs with mahogany wood finishings and ornate chandeliers are all pure drama. My friends held a private birthday party back here, and it felt so exclusive and adult in all the right ways. Having a dedicated bartender for our group made the night all the more special. The space is quite long, and you could probably pack about 40 people in there if you were going for a super lively event, but our group of 20 was able to spread out comfortably. The cocktails were tasty, as were the Mediterranean bites I tried. Not sure I'd come here for a full meal, but the crudite, hummus, and ricotta spread were great for party nibbles. read more

I threw a surprise 30th birthday party for my sister at this location and it was nothing short of AMAZING! Phil's communication was excellent. He responded promptly, was very helpful with planning, and very clear with what the venue provides and pricing. Taya's service and help during the event was unmatched! She was very pleasant and great to work with. I ordered enough food for everyone to eat at the event and everyone agreed that the food was also delicious! I ordered wings, baked ziti, meatballs, salad, and empanadas and everything tasted great! The ambiance was also very elegant and nice for an intimate event! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone thinking about throwing a nice event and would definitely return! read more

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I held my 40th birthday party in Velvet BK's private back room and it was amazing. The service was excellent with three bartenders, the DJ set was fun, the food selection was solid, and the drinks were great. We had 20 guests, but the space comfortably fits up to 60. We had a great time and I'd definitely come back. read more

Okay honestly. 5 for 5 on the entire experience. Cocktails. My partner and I tried the entire cocktail menu except for two and could not give a single critique. Everything tasted very delicious, balanced, and not sweet. Food. We tried the carne and burrata pizza. Both 5/5. I would say it's elevated bar food. The service was great. Very attentive and thorough. and I loved the ambiance. It was chill and classy and sexy. Could be for happy hour vibes or a nice date. Definitely will be coming back! read more

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- delicious drinks roughly $16-17 - friendly bartender - I was the only customer on a Thursday night - no drinks to go - sports on TVs - I enjoyed to gothic/victorian decor speakeasy feel the private space was blocked off, but looked. ool through the thin slit I could see through the curtain - read more

This bar was great! A couple friends and I went as part of a bar crawl and I would say this was definitely a highlight. It has a very warm interior design with good drinks. I got a whiskey neat while my friends tried the grape cocktail and the port. All were good! The bartender was helpful and gave us quick service which was appreciated! They also answered any questions we had. I would definitely go back to this spot for a full night there. read more

Velvet Brooklyn - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a bit of a hidden gem, overshadowed by Peter Lugar. The cocktails are all super amazing, although its a little bit weird that they have names that sound like they came from 50 Shades of Gray (e.g., Leather or Velvet. The venue is also super exciting... has a feeling like it belongs in the neighborhood with some level of history with the old wood paneling. The staff was lovely and really helped us get to our reservation. The music was loud enough that it was interesting, but we could still hear our conversations. Great for friend gatherings. read more

It was the day after my birthday, Thankfully it was a Sunday, my husband decided to take me on a fancy little brunch date. I never have high expectations because I never wanna be disappointed but with all the tricks up my husband's sleeve how can I ever be. Our reservation was at 3 and when we arrived at first sight I quickly thought huh! this does not look like an outdoorsy, rooftop brunch spot!!!. It was small, dark and like 2 people was there having coffee. However. The hostess did such a great job playing it off, she mentioned that as we continue to walk further towards the back the space will open up. As soon as she opened these big long velvet curtains everyone yelled ... SURPRISE!!!!. omg what an amazing feeling I didn't even know who was in the room yet all I saw was lights and the beautifully decorated ambiance. What a lovely space, it was intimate, private and it gave me an industrial feel which I love. Also I loved the brick walls, the comfy sofas and the settings everything was perfect. The service was top notch and on point. We bought so much champagne that we actually bought out the bar. He had to run and buy more champagne because that's all I/we was drinking. My husband also put a Bottle in each section for all to enjoy. The food was phenomenal and need i say more. The picture doesn't give that day any justice. What a great nite to remember. I wanna thanks the manager for giving us an extra hour (or 2) and also for the welcoming hospitality to your establishment were so thankful. Your mom was such a beautiful sweet lady who I spoke with outside. And also to the hostess and everyone who participated. We will definitely have more parties here. read more

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Rented out the back space of Velvet Brooklyn for my wedding after party and it was great. The space is intimate and was perfect for our party of about 60ppl. Our DJ was able to hook up to the sound system easily. And the bartender kept drinks were flowing nicely. We danced and had a ball. If there wasn't another party after ours we would have stayed another couple of hours. read more

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Went here for the first time and I will definitely go back nice atmosphere a good variety to choose from in both food and drinks, we got here not too long after opening so not crowded and easy to have a drink chat and still hear the conversation plenty of elbow room, we got there during happy hour $7.00 Beer, Wine and Sangria price ranges from $7-$15+, I noticed a spacious area hidden behind heavy curtains but viewable when headed to the bathroom. that's where you might find me next time. read more

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I threw my 50th birthday celebration a few days ago I cannot say enough great things about this venue! The space is absolutely beautiful and set the perfect tone for my event. Phil, the owner, was amazingly responsive and so amenable to all of my suggestions. He even created signature drinks for the occasion which were a huge hit with all of my guests! The staff was equally incredible: attentive, professional and so helpful throughout the night. Everyone kept asking me, "How did you find this place?" I would 1000% choose this venue again for any future event. It was an unforgettable experience from start to finish! read more

I threw my 30th birthday party in the private room at Velvet Brooklyn, and it was amazing! The team did an incredible job, the food was delicious, and the planning was so easy. Phil was very available throughout the planning process; everything went as expected. read more

What a great spot! Rented out the back lounge for a birthday party and it was the best experience I have had renting a space for an event. The space is huge, the photos don't show how spacious it is. It really has everything you need - space for a DJ, space for a photo op if you wanted, a slideshow in a central area, great sound, a private and huge bar, ample seating and tables, great lighting. Staff was so accommodating and helpful, extremely communicative and generous with their time. Drinks were great, and everyone had a wonderful time, commenting on how wonderful the space was. Would absolutely recommend. read more

Excellent! A friend booked this spot for his 30th birthday and it was great for a private event. There's a front room and a back room where two parties could be going on. The spot lets you have your own Spotify playlist play and they even have a ring light to use for you to take photos and videos with all your guests. There is a coat check for your guests and a bathroom just for your group. You're allowed to move the chairs and tables in the room to fit the layout that you want! The Event Coordinator, Jason, was very kind, attentive, and helped us get the party going. He was constantly checking in with us and ensuring that people were going to the right parties as there were 2 going on that night. He helped us store the cake and helped us get it ready for our guest of honor that night. A nice touch was that he helped cut the cake which is always a daunting task, but was done very smoothly. The staff was very kind and very helpful if small issues happened. Thanks again for having us! Can only speak as a birthday guest, but I definitely had a lovely evening! read more

Brooklyn Hidden gem Velvet. Private space available for birthday parties or any other celebration. Service was great. We are able to plug our phone in the private space to listen to our music. Bar bites only. No full menu. Bartenders were fast. I made a video of the place on my IG & tik tok: @jessiica0204 read more

Went here for a bday party and it was a cool spot...the pizza was good the bartender knows how to make a good margarita..very cool spot I will be back read more

This place is definitely a gemstone... the ambiance is so unique, service and attention is beyond perfect. Food is flavorful and tasteful, presentation is awesome and you can't miss the drinks ... the margaritas are on the money... definitely I'll make this place somewhere to return read more

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Conveniently located next to Peter Luger's this lovely lounge is a nice place to go before or after dinner. We went on a FREEZING cold Sunday night in January. I was first struck by the lovely atmosphere. The bartender was wonderful - warm, friendly, helpful with Qs, made delicious drinks. I told her I loved scotch. Pete asked for something for Campari or Aperol. Both drinks were awesome! The drinks are super expensive! Don't act like I never told ya Great spot for a date. read more

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Terrible Terrible service... over charged us for food. The drinks were watered down. Zero star ! read more

DO NOT TRUST their event packages. We agreed to an open bar with appetizers, but they served only 3 plates of food for 50 guests! I'VE NEVER BEEN SO EMBARRASSED IN MY ENTIRE LIFE! They ruined my wife's 50th birthday and made me look bad in front of all our friends. read more

This year I decided to celebrate my birthday at Velvet and made reservations for bottle service. I was sent an email with the prices of the bottles (see photo) and decided on my favorite, Tito's vodka ($200). At Velvet it was a different price. The price was $250 and when I said i thought it was $200, the response was just that it was $250 per bottle plus gratuity. Since I'm not an argumentative person, I paid that price which left me very disappointed. Otherwise, nice lounge, great ambience, great music, friendly staff. read more

Velvet Brooklyn - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had my 30th birthday party here and it truly was the best. Phil promptly responded to every single question I had before hand which made the day of the event a breeze! We had full access to the back room including music and decorating, could even bring our own food and cake. I had just about 45 guests and it didn't feel packed at all, with plenty of room to dance. The bar tender that worked my birthday was quick and everyone complimented her drinks. This place truly catered to every single I wanted to have for my party and some! We even extended pass our 4 hours because the party didn't want to stop! Highly recommend this for any private party you may be throwing! read more

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Beautiful bar, great drinks and super nice staff. Dropped something through a crack in the deck, and the manager Phil helped me fish it out with his magnetic lapel pin - 11 out of 10 service! read more

My husband and I had our wedding celebration here and it was everything we ever dreamed of and MORE. Phil went above and beyond to make our night absolutely perfect. Everyone was in awe by the beautiful space and the service. It did not need one ounce of decor. Couldn't recommend Velvet enough for any and every event! read more

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While I had some time to kill before my Peter Lugers reservation my group checked out Velvet. Excellent location with beautiful decor. The bartender was very friendly, the bar boasts an excellent variety of whiskey, scotch and bourbon. From what I understand the location was previously a cigar bar. Shame on me I was busy conversing with my dining partners that I neglected to review the tapas menu. I intend to go back and have a happy hour with cocktails and tapas. read more

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We stopped off for a beverage after dinner. Moderately slow on a wednesday night - there was some type of comedy show happening in the back but it had already stared. The drinks were okay. Bartender spent more time talking with her friends the. The customers at the bar. read more

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Located right next to peter luger- we came here to wait for our reservation bc we got there early. Lovely cocktails here - $15 a pop read more

One of our favorite bars we visited! Upscale yet immediately inviting and friendly. Our cocktails were superb and the little pies fucking ruled! read more

A cozy pub that doubles up as an entertainment venue, Velvet is a nice cocktail bar you can hit up for a drink with friends or a casual date. I ended up spending my 27th birthday there because they were hosting a game of thrones series finale watch party. Before the event, they had a fun little troupe of comics that did GoT themed sketches. Although I was a walk in, and had 2 huge pieces of luggage with me, the bartender couldn't have been nicer about it. He agreed to store the luggage for me in the staff cloak room, and escorted me into what was a packed room of people waiting for the episode to show. While waiting, I even made friends with a fan who had driven down all the way from Virginia to watch the finale in NYC, and it felt great, us strangers holed up in this warm bar, bonding over our beloved characters. They seem to have quite a few good beers on tap, but I was hungry and dove straight in for the nosh. The starters weren't spectacular- the mezze plate seemed like store bought hummus and some arbit crisps. However, I will give five stars to this spot for its sheer energy and classy decor. read more

We happen to stop by on a Monday while on our NY trip. This place is AWESOME!!! We walked in and they had a reggae band playing live. They were really good! Really good! I def recommend! read more

I love that place. It's nice to be served for the lovely and smiley Jessica. And what a great cocktail called Blue Morpho (truly delicious and dangerous one made with lots of vodka, which you can taste at all... ) read more

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Pre-gamed here before dinner at Peter Luger. It was early so there was nobody there...the mixologist made a perfect, hand crafted old fashioned for me and a terrfic mojito (with mint picked fresh that day) for my amigo. She was charming, the drinks were delicious and I had a nice warm feeling as I walked next door. Probably very crowded later on, but early, it's just my speed. read more

Velvet Brooklyn - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The owner did follow up with me to say he hopes my next experience will be better, and that they sometimes close early based on client volume. I don't really know how this helps, although I appreciate him reaching out. If I'm already planning on going to Peter Luger then I may drop in- if they happen to be open. read more

I had my birthday party at Velvet Brooklyn and it was the perfect space for my theme and the vibe I wanted for my milestone birthday. I had a purple themed affair and the event manager, Lily was so helpful and quick with responses from day 1. I initially planned to rent out just the back room which is gives off a nice sexy and low key but, fancy vibe. Then, because I rented a photobooth, I decided to rent out the entire venue for the evening. The price to rent the back room as well as entire venue space is very affordable for the area. Lily helped me with a signature drink that was purple of course, and she was flexible in letting me go to the venue at short notice to get measurements etc for the cute couches and lounge chairs they have in the back room. On the day of event, I ended up forgetting table cloth and wire racks for my food, but Lily saved the day and had a beautiful and sleek table cloth for my cake display and was able to find some wire racks to keep my food warm. My guests were blown away with the decor of the party and the space itself, they loved the drinks and had a really great time. I had so many compliments. One friend/colleague also wants to have her retirement party there next year! Thank you Velvet Brooklyn although this review is 6 months post party! (Event was November 2018) read more

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Came here to secure a venue space for my wedding, checked out the spot. Great vibe and atmosphere. Owner Phil cool guy. Great time and great drinks. read more

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We did a buyout of the space for a late-night private event and it was fantastic. We looked for a bar with a classic New York vibe, is furnished nicely, and is more intimate so our group of 80-ish guests would feel like they were at a buzzing bar but still had the room to be comfortable. We also needed space for a 7-piece band and an area for dancing and the back room at Velvet was perfect for this (they even have their own disco ball!). The bartenders and staff were wonderful and kept drinks flowing all night. We were so happy we decided to host our event here and highly recommend Velvet if you are considering it! read more

I didn't even order anything but wanted to leave them some love anyway. I came while waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant and despite both me and my friend getting only water, the bartender was extremely polite and engaging. The ambiance is smoky (not literally - despite the cigar store Indian at the front), rich, dark, velvety. The menu looked appetizing, and they were playing funk. I'll definitely be back! read more

Velvet Brooklyn - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Brooklyn, New York